Beauty and the Beast Read and Sequence | Fairy Tale Sequencing Activities

Suggested ages: 5–9. Suitability depends on reading confidence; younger children may need adult support to read the passages and sequence the story.

Bring Beauty and the Beast to life with this illustrated reading and sequencing booklet. Children read the story, order eight key events and retell the tale using picture-supported cards. They can also turn their completed sequence into a little storybook!

This 10-page printable PDF includes:

• Four large illustrated reading pages covering eight story events

• Eight cut-out story cards with matching pictures and captions

• A numbered sequencing mat

• An illustrated book-making guide

• Teacher notes with discussion prompts, support and extension ideas

Develop reading comprehension, story sequencing and oral retelling through practical activities. Use for fairy tale topics, small-group reading, literacy centres or home learning.

The student activity pages are black and white, ready to print and colour. No separate storybook is needed.

Format: A4 landscape PDF. Print the cards and sequencing mat at actual size so they fit.

Please note: This is a digital download; no physical product will be sent. For one teacher’s classroom or personal home use.

Which pack should I choose?

Read & Sequence — this pack

Choose this for reading practice: read illustrated story sections, match text to pictures and put the events in order. An optional make-a-book activity provides further reading practice.

Reading & Comprehension

Choose this for understanding the story through questions, vocabulary work and other reading activities. See the individual listing for the reading and question levels included.

Retell, Sequence & Write

Choose this for picture sequencing, story mapping and retelling the original story aloud and in writing, with picture prompts and captions for support.

Story Innovation / Creative Writing

Choose this for changing characters, settings or events, then planning and writing a new version of the story.

Each pack is sold separately and can be used on its own. You do not need to buy all four. Check the shop for the packs currently available for your chosen story and read each listing for its exact contents.